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Press Statement by Chairperson of Kalakshetra Foundation on the online campaign against the institution
Kalakshetra Foundation is issuing this statement, in the light of two Tweets by the National Commission for Women  on March 22, 2023. The NCWs Tweets were in relation with a report in an online magazine on March 21, 2023.
The Foundation has responded to the NCW on 24 March 2023, and placed before it the facts and the actions that had already been initiated by the Foundation on the matter referred to in the magazine. The Foundation has requested the NCW to consider the actions already taken, and that if the NCW was not satisfied with their adequacy the Foundation would welcome further inquiry by it.
This has been notified to the appropriate authorities, including the Ministry of Culture, Government of India.
During the last few months, a scurrilous campaign is being carried out through social media posts casting aspersions on the functioning of Kalakshetra Foundation, and targeting some members of faculty and also maligning the institution's credibility.
The Foundation has a robust and active Internal Complaints Committee  constituted as per the judgment of the Hon'ble Supreme Court in Visakha's case which comprises of the Director, two faculty members/teachers, and an experienced lady lawyer.
The Committee suo motu initiated an enquiry based on these social media allegations, which were repeated in the magazine. A detailed enquiry was conducted over a period of two and a half months to ascertain their veracity. It was found that the allegations were unfounded and baseless. During this period, Kalakshetra Foundation has not received any active complaints as per the guidelines of the PoSH.
Kalakshetra Foundation is an autonomous body functioning under the Ministry of culture, Government of India and it was declared as an Institution of National Importance by an Act of Indian Parliament in 1993.
We are conscious that, as an educational institution established in 1936 by the Visionary Smt. Rukmini Devi Arundale, our endeavor has been to preserve, protect and promote the Indian tradition of culture and dance on the principles of 'Education without fear, Art without Vulgarity and Beauty without Cruelty'. The relationship between the Guru and Shishya is sacrosanct, more so when these students have been entrusted to our care by their parents in full faith that the Foundation will protect and take care of them.
The Kalakshetra Foundation stands by its commitment to provide an inclusive and a safe space for every artist, student and staff.
Ministry of Railways
A major boost to Ease of Doing Business in Indian Railways
An initiative to attract Indian Industry by Research Design & Standards Organization , a research arm of Indian Railways
In order to boost Ease of doing Business in Indian Railways, Research Design & Standards Organization  is keenly approaching Indian industry through Vendor meets being organized in various cities where senior officers of RDSO interact with the prospective vendors, educate them about the features and ease of using the new online vendor registration system.
The first such vendor meet in coordination with Laghu Udyog Bharti, Rajkot was organized on 24.01.2018 at Rajkot in which Queries/Doubts from the around 200 vendors present were resolved on the spot by senior officials in a Question-Answer session. Similar Vendor meets have since been held at other cities such as Faridabad, Ludhiana, Sahibabad, Coimbatore, Pune and Noida on 22.02.2018, 07.03.2018, 09.03.2018, 15.03.2018, 04.04.2018 and 05.04.2018 respectively. The efforts are being very well appreciated by industry. Further such meets are planned in April and May 2018 at seven more places. Details are as under:-
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Location of Vendor meet
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1
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Rajkot
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24.01.2018
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200
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2
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Faridabad
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22.02.2018
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75
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3
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Ludhiana
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07.03.2018
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90
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Sahibabad
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09.03.2018
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60
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5
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Coimbatore
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15.03.2018
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30
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6
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Pune
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04.04.2018
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110
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7
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Noida
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05.04.2018
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90
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8
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Kanpur
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06.04.2018
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Proposed
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9
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Jamshedpur
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06.04.2018
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Proposed
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10
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Raipur
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23.04.2018
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Proposed
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11
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Patna
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24.04.2018
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Proposed
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12
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Jaipur
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25.04.2018
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Proposed
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13
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Kolkata
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27.04.2018
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Proposed
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14.
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Mumbai
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04.05.2018
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Proposed
As a result of these actions, applications for fresh registration for RDSO items have increased from about 25  per month earlier to 60  per month now. From the period 01.11.2017 to 16.03.2018 RDSO has created 1231 nos. of Vendor Account Registration, Received payments in 208 cases and 27 Vendors delisted.
In this way, RDSO has opened up its arms to the Indian industry and poised itself as an industry friendly organisation. This has been very well received and appreciated by one and all.
Cabinet
Cabinet grants Ex-post facto approval to amend the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulations
The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi gave its ex-post facto approval to the Adaptation of Laws  Order, 2019 issued by the President of India under clause  of article 372 of the Constitution to amend the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulations , 1873.
The notification will extend BEFR to the State of Manipur to give its indigenous people protection from the provisions of Citizenship Amendment Act, 2019 and make necessary changes in the said Regulation.
Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions
Delegation of DoPT employees calls on MoS  Dr Jitendra Singh
Employees thank Prime Minister for allowing standard deduction of Rs 40,000
A delegation of officials of Department of Personnel and Training , called on the Union Minister of State  of the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region , MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh here today. The officials thanked the Government led by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi for incorporating their issues in the Union Budget presented by Finance Minister Shri Arun Jaitley yesterday.
The delegation was led by the DoPT Secretary Shri Ajay Mittal. The members thanked the Government for allowing them a Standard Deduction of Rs 40,000 p.a. for salaried individuals on income tax in lieu of the existing transport allowance and reimbursement of medical expenses. They also thanked the Government for taking various other welfare measures for the employees in the last three years.
Dr Jitendra Singh said that this is for the first time that a Government has acknowledged the contribution of the salaried class which is contributing the bulk of income tax collections throughout the country and accordingly, certain exemptions such as standard deduction of Rs 40,000 has been announced specifically for this class.
Shri Singh said that the Finance Minister also deserves to be lauded for having addressed the other issues of various sections and regions of the country. He also expressed happiness at the announcement of Rs 10,000 crore as "Fishery Fund" which will also benefit the people in Northeast. Bamboo Mission has a special significance for Northeast and the announcement made by the Finance Minister is a vindication of the Union Government's continued commitment to the development of the remote regions. He said that the senior citizens faced the issues of late-age illness, lack of caretakers for help and financial constraint. He said that this has been taken care of by exemption of the interest on bank account from income tax up to Rs.50,000, enhancement of the health insurance amount up to Rs.50,000 and hike in medical expenditure. The budget is common man friendly and addresses issues of all sections, he added.
Ministry of Science & Technology
Dr. Aninda Mazumdar of CSIR-NIO receives National Award in Ocean Sciences
Goa, 2 August 2022
Dr. Aninda Mazumdar, working as a Sr. Principal Scientist at the CSIR-National Institute of Oceanography, Dona Paula, Goa, has been honored with the National Award in Ocean Sciences for the year 2022.
Dr. Mazumdar has made a pioneering contribution to India’s gas hydrate exploration program. He has made fundamental contributions to discovering methane cold seep systems in Krishna-Godavari and Cauvery–Mannar basins. These discoveries have put the Krishna-Godavari and Mannar basins in the global cold seep map. He has also contributed commendably to understanding Fe-S-C biogeochemistry of modern and ancient marine sediments/ sedimentary rocks. In recognition of his outstanding contributions to Ocean Sciences, the Ministry of Earth Sciences has honored Dr. A. Mazumdar with the National Award in Ocean Sciences for the year 2022. Dr. Mazumdar has over 50 publications in reputed journals.
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Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
Union Minister for Social Justice & Empowerment Dr. Virendra Kumar to Release the Training Modules of Central Sector Plan Scheme Tomorrow
The Modules Aim to Impart ‘’In-service Training & Sensitization of Key functionaries of Central & State Governments and Local Bodies”
Union Minister for Social Justice & Empowerment Dr. Virendra Kumar will release the Training Modules of Central Sector Plan Scheme i.e. ‘’In-service Training & Sensitization of Key functionaries of Central & State Governments and Local Bodies” on November 9, 2021 during 2.30 P.M- 4.30 p.m. at Multipurpose Hall, Ground Floor, India International Centre, Lodhi Road, New Delhi.
Union Ministers of State for Social Justice & Empowerment Shri A. Narayanaswamy, Shri Ramdas Athawale, and Kumari Pratima Bhaumik will be the Guest of Honour in this programme.
The Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Govt. of India, has entrusted the responsibility to the Rehabilitation Council India  as nodal agency for implementation of its Central Sector Plan Scheme i.e. ‘’In-service Training & Sensitization of Key functionaries of Central & State Governments and Local Bodies and other service providers” at national level w.e.f. 2015 -16.
The RCI has developed the general guidelines for the implementation of this scheme and training modules for training and sensitization of various target groups as per the provisions of the scheme. The said scheme has been implemented through various government implementation agencies  at national level from financial year 2015 -16. As on date, 13,000 key functionaries of Central and State Government Departments have been sensitized under the scheme about the disability related matters to make the work place more inclusive for PWDs.
The RCI has developed target groups wise separate Training Modules namely Health and Allied Professionals, Education Functionaries, Grass Root Functionaries, Senior & Mid – level Functionaries and Introductory Training Modules in Hindi and English. These Modules are being translated in regional languages as well.
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Ministry of Railways
Ministry of Railways introduces new Humsafar Train viz. 22437/22438 Allahabad-AnandVihar  
Shri Manoj Sinha flags off Train No. 22437 from Allahabad Station
Indian Railways has introduced a new Humsafar train viz. 22437/22438 Allahabad-AnandVihar  Humsafar Express . The train service was inaugurated by ShriManojSinha, Minister of State  for Communications and Minister of State for Railways, from Allahabad station in North Central Railway today.
The abstract schedule including timings, composition, stoppages etc. of the train services introduced is as under:
22437/22438 Allahabad-AnandVihar Humsafar Express 
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22437 Allahabad-AnandVihar Humsafar Express
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Station
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22438 AnandVihar-Allahabad Humsafar Express
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Approved timings
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22.20

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Allahabad
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06.10

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00.40
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00.45
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Kanpur
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03.40
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03.45
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06.15

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AnandVihar
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22.40

- Days of run: Ex-ALD: Mon, Wed, Sat
Ex-ANVT: Tue, Thu, Sun
From Allahabad to AnandVihar: 07 HR. 55 Min
From AnandVihar to Allahabad: 07 HR. 30 Min
- Stoppages: Kanpur Central
- Composition of regular service: LWACCN-18, LWLRRM-2= 20 coaches
- Nature of Service: Humsafar Express
Ministry of Rural Development
Review of Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana 
More than 7 lakh candidates placed from 2014-15
Currently, 1.28 lakh candidates are undergoing training in various training centres spread across the country
Periodic review of the implementation of Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana  is being carried out with States/UTs. Further NITI Aayog had conducted evaluation of National Rural Livelihood Mission  and DDU-GKY as a component of NRLM was also evaluated. No recommendation requiring any changes in the DDU-GKY was made.
It is targeted to train 2.80 lakh candidates and place 1.96 lakh candidates under DDU-GKY during 2021-22.
The details of progress under DDU-GKY scheme from 2014-15 to 2021-22  is given below:
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Year
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Total no. of candidates trained under DDU-GKY
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Total no. of candidates placed under DDU-GKY
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2014-15
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43,038
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21,446
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2015-16
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2,36,471
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1,09,512
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2016-17
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1,62,586
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1,47,883
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2017-18
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1,31,527
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75,787
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2018-19
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2,41,509
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1,37,251
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2019-20
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2,47,177
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1,50,214
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2020-21
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38,289
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49,563
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2021-22
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52,060
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24,178
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Total
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11,52,657
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7,15,834
There is no indication of Rural Youths showing less interest in DDU-GKY in comparison to last years. The number of candidates trained under DDU-GKY during 2020-21 and 2021-22 has been impacted due to pandemic COVID-19 resulting in training centres being closed for considerable period of time. So far a total of 32.22 lakh candidates have been registered for training and currently 1.28 lakh candidates are undergoing training in various training centres spread across the country.
This information was given by the Union Minister of State for Rural Development Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti in a written reply in Lok Sabha today.
Department of Space
Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh says the successful launch of Chandrayaan-3 is a reiteration of India’s indigenous capabilities and vindication of Vikram Sarabhai’s dream
“Thanks PM Modi for making this possible”
“The launch is a reaffirmation of faith in India’s potential and acumen”
As Mother India enters into the next 25 years of this Amritkaal, she pledges to play a leading global role in the emerging world scenario of 21st century: Dr Jitendra Singh
Union Minister of State  for Science and Technology, MoS PMO, Department of Space, Department of Atomic Energy, MoS Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Dr Jitendra Singh today said the successful launch of Chandrayaan-3 reiterates India's indigenous capabilities and vindicates the dream that Vikram Sarabhai saw six decades ago.
Speaking at Sriharikota after the launch, Dr Jitendra Singh said it is also vindication of the dream of Vikram Sarabhai, who might have been short of resources, but not short of confidence because he had faith in himself and in India's inherent potential and inherent acumen.
“The launch is a reaffirmation of this faith in India’s potential and acumen", he said.
Thanking the Team ISRO for making India proud, Dr Jitendra Singh thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for having made this possible by unlocking the gates of Sriharikota and enabling India's Space sector.
Quoting PM Modi, the Minister said that “Sky is Not the Limit", the Minister said, living up to PM's words, Chandrayaan-3 has today gone beyond the limits of sky to discover the unexplored horizons of the universe beyond”.
Striking a poetic chord, Dr Jitendra Singh said, “It is a moment of glory for India and a moment of destiny for all of us over here at Sriharikota who are as part of the history in making”.
In his concluding sentence, Dr Jitendra Singh said, “As Mother India enters into the next 25 years of this Amritkaal, she pledges to play a leading global role in the emerging world scenario of 21st century.”
Later addressing a press conference, Dr Jitendra Singh said, the opening up of Space sector to private players by PM Modi has helped in creating an ecosystem which enables pooling of all assets and resources, and also enables synergy of knowledge and funds. Even the Chandrayaan-3 mission has a huge contribution by the industry, he said.
Earlier, the LVM3 M4 rocket lifted off from the 2nd Launch Pad at Satish Dhawan Space Centre , SHAR, Sriharikota at 2:35 PM and successfully launched the Chandrayaan-3 into orbit. Chandrayaan-3, in its precise orbit, has begun its journey to the Moon. ISRO said the health of the spacecraft is normal.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Update on COVID-19 : cases and management
As of now, 29 confirmed cases of COVID-19 have been detected in the country. Of these, three  have recovered and have been discharged. The Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare, Dr Harsh Vardhan is making a statement in both houses of the Parliament today.
Universal screening has been mandated since 4th March 2020  and has started in most airports from yesterday evening. It should stabilize today with additional staff being provided by the States.
Since, in addition to COVID 19 cases related to travel, some cases of community transmission have also been observed, it has been decided to involve district collectors and States have been asked to form rapid response teams as the district, block and village levels.
Private sector shall also be engaged for COVID19 management. HFM is having a meeting with key partners in the evening today.
A total of 3542 samples have been sent for testing, of which 29 have been found to be positive for COVID-19 till now. Testing of 92 samples is in process and 23 samples are being reconfirmed.
Ministry of Defence
Webinar with Chile on Defence Industry Global Outreach for Collaborative Partnership
A webinar between India and Chile was held on 25 March 2021. The Theme of webinar was “Indian Defence Industry Global Outreach for Collaborative Partnership: Webinar and Expo”. It was organized under the aegis of Department of Defence Production, Ministry of Defence through Society of Indian Defence Manufacturers .
Secretary , Shri Raj Kumar; Head of the Technological Development and Industry Division, Ministry of Defence, Government of Chile Mr. Oscar Bustos and other senior officials from both sides participated in the webinar. In his opening remarks, Shri Raj Kumar highlighted the strong capabilities of Indian defence industry in various fields and their willingness to collaborate with Chilean defence companies for co-development and co-production in the areas of mutual interest. Further, the Secretary  stated that Indian defence industry is keen to participate in the bidding procurement process of Chilean Armed Forces.
Indian companies L&T, Bharat Forge, Goa Shipyard Limited, HAL, Mahindra Defence, MKU, OFB and Tata Advanced Systems made presentations on major defence platforms and products. From Chilean side FAMAE/S2T, ASMAR/SISDEF and ENAER/DTS made company presentations.
The webinar was attended by more than 130 delegates. More than 100 virtual exhibition stalls from Indian companies were set up.
This webinar was a part of the series of webinars which are being organized with friendly foreign countries in order to boost defence exports and achieve defence export target of 5 billion US Dollar by the year 2025.
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In the last 8 years, Rs 32,500 crs has been spent on the fisheries sector, says Union Minister Dr L Murugan
Rs 120 crs allocated for the modernisation of Kochi Fishing Harbour at par with international standards
Holds a review meeting with the officials of CIFNET
Kochi: Dec 31, 2022
In the last 8 years, Rs 32,500 crs had been spent on the fisheries sector, said Union Minister of State for Information & Broadcasting and Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, Dr L Murugan today  in Kochi. Addressing media persons here, he pointed out that since independence, that is, in the last 60-65 years, the investment in the Sector was a meagre Rs 3000 crs.
Dr L Murugan said that the country needed skilled manpower in the fisheries sector, especially in coastal areas as there was more potential in coastal regions for fishing and related activities. Hence, it was essential to focus on training activities especially in the fields
While mentioning that India was in the fourth position in the marine export category and second in the aquaculture sector, Dr L Murugan said that fisheries being a sunrise sector, there was a need to focus on its infrastructure. He said that Rs 120 cr had been allocated for the modernisation of Kochi Fishing Harbour at par with international standards.
To usher in a Blue Revolution, under PMMSY, an investment of Rs 20,000 crs was sanctioned for the development of landing centres & post-harvest cold storage facilities, modernisation of fishing harbours, inland fisheries. etc. Rs 7500 crs was also allocated to the states for development of fishing harbours and landing centres from the Fisheries Infrastructure Development Fund .
The Minister also observed that while the government was in favour of upholding the right of freedom of speech and expression as enshrined in the Constitution, writings in the social media that went against the country, its military, sovereignty and bilateral friendly relations would be blocked. He clarified that the sovereignty and security of the country were of paramount importance, on which there would be no compromise.
Earlier, Dr L Murugan held a meeting with the Director and Senior officials of the Central Institute of Fisheries Nautical & Engineering Training , Kochi and reviewed its functioning and various activities. CIFNET is a national institute functioning under the Union Department of Fisheries.
Director, CIFNET, Shri A. K. Choudhury briefed the Minister about the significant contribution of CIFNET in capacity building, skilling and training of fishermen under PMMSY scheme.
The Minister released CIFNET publications, that is, study materials for fishermen prepared by the faculty members. He also planted a coconut sapling in the premises of the Institute. The Minister was also given a demonstration of an inflatable life raft which can be used on board a fishing vessel.
Dr L Murugan had arrived in the state on Dec 30, 2022 on a six-day visit. On Jan 2, 2023, the Minister will also visit the Indian Institute of Mass communication , Kottayam and interact with the Students there. On Jan 3, 2023, the Minister will visit Kochi Fishing Harbour.
Ministry of Defence
Ex Aviaindra 2018 Commences on 10 Dec 2018
Ex AVIAINDRA, a service specific exercise between Indian Air Force and Russian Federation Aerospace Force , is planned at Air Force Station Jodhpur from 10-21 Dec 2018. The inaugural IAF-RFSAF Ex AVIAINDRA was conducted in 2014. AVIAINDRA-2018 is the second in the series of bilateral joint exercise between IAF-RFSAF. The exercise is planned in two phases. The exercise is unique wherein the foreign participant does not bring its air assets. In Russia, the IAF pilots flew alongside their Russian counterparts in RFSAF aircraft at Lipetsk from 17 Sep 18 to 28 Sep 18. In India, the RFSAF pilots will fly alongside their Indian counterparts in the IAF aircraft, which are common to both Air Forces.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID-19 UPDATE
116.87 cr vaccine doses have been administered so far under Nationwide Vaccination Drive
Recovery Rate currently at 98.31%; Highest since March 2020
12,510 recoveries in the last 24 hours increases Total Recoveries to 3,39,34,547
8,488 new cases in the last 24 hours; lowest in 538 days
India's Active caseload stands at 1,18,443; lowest in 534 days
Active cases account for less than 1% of total cases, currently at 0.34%; Lowest since March 2020
Daily positivity rate  less than 2% for last 49 days
Weekly Positivity Rate  less than 2% for last 59 days
63.25 cr Total Tests conducted so far